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Secondary school information nights set

The Bluewater District School Board is holding a series of secondary school information nights for Grade 7 and 8 students and their parents.

The events are a chance for people to learn about the programs and extracurricular opportunities available at local high schools.

“Information nights are being hosted by all 10 secondary schools during January and February to assist future students as they think ahead to registration, course selection, career pathways, graduation requirements and other common themes associated with elementary to secondary transition planning,” says a news release from the board.

“These events also provide a glimpse into Bluewater District School Board’s dynamic secondary school culture by inviting students and parents to tour facilities, meet the staff and engage with others in the school community.”

The sessions are set to take place at: Saugeen District Secondary School in Port Elgin Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; John Diefenbaker Senior School in Hanover on Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. (6:15 p.m. for special education parent/student information; Kincardine District Secondary School on Jan. 17 at 7 p.m.; Grey Highlands Secondary School in Flesherton on Jan. 18 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Owen Sound District Secondary School on Jan. 18 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.; Peninsula Shores District School in Wiarton on Jan. 25 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Georgian Bay Community School in Meaford on Feb. 7 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.; Bruce Peninsula District School in Lion’s Head on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m.; Walkerton District Community School on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.; and Chesley District Community School on Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. (tours to take place at 5:15 p.m. and after the session if necessary).